About the Designer

It started in the loft that Kate and Andy Spade shared in Lower Manhattan, and the idea was simple: to make bags that were neither overly precious nor boring basics. They believed bags could be both utilitarian and stylish, so when their first messenger bags were produced, they tested the straightforward, functional design on people who use utility bags in their work. The first Jack Spade was sold to a hardware store in 1997, and today, the label has expanded its offering to include a full collection of ready-to-wear and accessories that appeal to a man’s sense of style and practicality.